How to Get Free Broadband Access

Broadband is a commonly used term in Internet terminology. Yet, many consumers do not really know just what broadband access is. According to the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau of the Federal Communications Commission, broadband Internet refers to high speed Internet access exceeding data transmission of 200 kilobits per second. Some types of broadband Internet are cable modem Internet, satellite Internet and wireless Internet. Wireless Internet is the type of broadband access that you can often get for free.

Things You'll Need

Wi-Fi enabled computer

Wireless antenna

Step 1

Ensure that your computer is capable of picking up wireless broadband signal. Some computers come preinstalled with internal wireless cards, whereas others require the purchase of an external wireless card. Read your computer specifications to determine which type you have.

Step 2

Locate and go to a Wi-Fi hot spot to get free broadband access. Numerous businesses offer free Wi-Fi to attract consumers, such as McDonald's, Starbucks and many hotel chains.

Step 4

Purchase a wireless antenna so that you can pick up a longer range of wireless signals, and then connect to unsecured wireless networks like other home networks and free business Wi-Fi.

Tips

Know that when you connect to unsecured connections, any data you transmit might be viewable by others.

Warnings

Beware of scams when searching for free broadband access online.